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Strategic Plan 2023-2028: A Vision for the Future

Guided by faith. Strengthened by mission. Focused on the future.

For over 25 years, Royal Palm Academy has been dedicated to providing a faith-filled, academically excellent Catholic education, forming students in mind, body, and spirit. To ensure a strong and sustainable future, RPA has developed a comprehensive Strategic Plan that focuses on the school’s continued growth, excellence, and long-term mission impact.

Rooted in our Catholic identity and core values, this plan reflects our commitment to forming tomorrow’s leaders, strengthening our school community, and securing the long-term vitality of RPA for generations to come.

Vision

To be the premier Catholic educational institution, fostering academic excellence, faith formation, and forming Apostolic Leaders for tomorrow.

Our Mission

At Royal Palm Academy, our mission is to partner with families to provide an education of rich academics with Catholic formation. We teach the mind, educate the heart, and form the character of tomorrow’s leaders.

In 2022, the Strategic Planning Committee and Board of Trustees unanimously affirmed our mission statement, ensuring that Catholic identity remains at the core of everything we do. This guiding mission shapes our academic excellence, campus growth, and long-term vision for the future of RPA.

Core Values

Faith, Excellence, Community, Integrity, Service

Preserving Our Mission for Generations

Royal Palm Academy is committed to preserving and strengthening the mission that has guided us for over 25 years. Rooted in Catholic faith and academic excellence, our 2023–2028 Strategic Plan ensures that RPA remains a thriving independent Catholic school for generations to come.

This comprehensive plan outlines our path toward becoming a nationally recognized Catholic educational institution, ensuring that faith, scholarship, and leadership remain central to the RPA experience. At the heart of this plan are our three top priorities—Mission, People, and Facilities—each essential to securing RPA’s future.

Just as our Welcome Home Capital Campaign is establishing a permanent home for our students, this strategic plan reinforces every aspect of our foundation by deepening our Catholic mission, investing in our teachers, and ensuring our campus serves future generations. These six key initiatives will safeguard and advance our mission as we continue to teach the mind, educate the heart, and form the character of tomorrow’s leaders.

PRESERVING OUR CATHOLIC IDENTITY & MISSION

Ensure that faith formation, virtue development, and Catholic teachings remain at the heart of RPA. Through deepened faith experiences, curriculum integration, and strong parish partnerships, we are forming Apostolic Leaders prepared to transform the world.

ATTRACTING & CULTIVATING APOSTOLIC EDUCATORS

Recruit, retain, and develop exceptional Catholic educators who embrace teaching as a vocation. By investing in competitive compensation, faith formation, and professional development, we empower teachers to shape the minds and hearts of our students.

MASTER SITE PLAN & CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

Establish a permanent and secure campus that supports academic excellence, student growth, and safety. Through a comprehensive capital campaign and strategic planning, we will create a lasting home for future generations of RPA students.

ENHANCING TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

Integrate cutting-edge technology and experiential learning to equip students with 21st-century skills. By expanding STEM initiatives, interactive learning environments, and faculty training, we ensure RPA students are prepared for high school, college, and beyond.

STRENGTHENING ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT

Build a strong alumni network that fosters lifelong connections and supports RPA’s mission. Through mentorship, philanthropy, and community outreach, we engage alumni in shaping the future success of our school.

EXPANDING COMMUNITY OUTREACH & PARTNERSHIPS

Extend RPA’s impact beyond the classroom by building relationships with local parishes, businesses, and community organizations. By fostering service opportunities, collaborative initiatives, and real-world learning experiences, we enhance the Catholic educational experience for all.

Our Sincerest Thanks & Gratitude

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made the Royal Palm Academy Strategic Plan (2023–2028) possible. Special thanks to our Strategic Planning Committee, comprised of trustees, administrators, faculty, parents, alumni, and community members, whose dedication and insight helped shape this vision for RPA’s future.

We are also deeply grateful to each student, parent, faculty, and staff member who participated in the process—whether through surveys, roundtable discussions, or one-on-one conversations—your voices have played a vital role in preserving and strengthening the mission of Royal Palm Academy.

Thank you for your unwavering support and commitment to RPA. May we continue to pray for one another as we work together to ensure that faith, excellence, and leadership remain at the heart of our school for generations to come.

2022 Strategic Planning Commitee Members

Karen Avery
Bob Almond
Roxanne Bambakakis
Erin Brady
Michael Bussman
David Buelow
Jen Clarke
Chuck Ciuni
Kathleen Fabela
Dennis Frodsham
Vanessa Garribay
Katie Groff
Greg Kutz
Sherry Kutz
Olesya Karakosta
Joe Murgalo
Mari-Elean Vickers
Joe O'Malley
Mary Kay O'Malley
LaFonda Miller
Douglas Meschko
James Nulf
Baron Ringhofer
Sandy Russo
Michel Saadeh
Gisele Saadeh
Jennifer Scarafile
Chrissie Saluan
Tim Schwartz
Jackie Balandra
Jenny Kastroll
Travis Koch
Andrea Koch
Jared Ford
Fr. van Zee
Sherri Waller

Royal Palm Academy Strategic Plan 2023-2028